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Ministry of Science & Technology
Experts underline need for flexibility in new education system to create manpower in sync with government programmes
In the new education system, regulation would be light but tight, as education is made flexible to suit it to changing times, experts highlighted at a tech talk on the rapidly changing education system being introduced in the backdrop of the National Education Policy 2020.
The new system where the role of teacher is like a facilitator or navigator would help create manpower required for development and progress of the country in the changing times in sync with various government programmes such as Startup India, Digital India, Make in India, Skill India, Atmanirbhar Bharat and so on, Prof Anil Saharsabudhe, Chairman, AICTE, said at the talk organised by Technology Information, Forecasting & Assessment Council  to celebrate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
“NEP 2020 is in place and a lot of tweaking has been done to make education play a huge role in the growth and development of economy and the country. Encouraging quality education and cutting down on problem areas can help students to optimize their potential for a better future for themselves as well as for the progress and development of the country,” Professor Saharsabudhe pointed out at his talk on the topic ‘Access, Anytime, Anywhere - A New Education Paradigm’.
“Manpower is supplied by the education sector. A lot of initiatives and programmes have been started by the government for the growth and development of economy as well as citizens of the country, and education sector is key to provide the required skills. This is a national task, and both the government and the private sector are responsible for it,” he added.
TIFAC initiated the Tech Talk series this year to disseminate knowledge of science & technology for the benefit of the scientific fraternity and society.
Dr. Pradeep Srivastava, Executive Director, TIFAC, elaborated on the work done by TIFAC on the roadmap on education sector. “TIFAC has come up with Technology Roadmap 2035 for the Education Sector. Our vision is on skill development to help create more job providers and not job seekers for growth and development of Indian economy,” he said.
President's Secretariat
President of India presents Swachh Survekshan Awards
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, presented the Swachh Survekshan Awards 2019, an initiative of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India, at a function held in New Delhi today .
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that India has made remarkable progress towards achieving the goals of rural and urban sanitation. Today, a city or village is identified by its emphasis on cleanliness. This is an important change. By winning the first prize in all the four surveys so far, Indore has set an example for other urban centres.
The President said that cleanliness should be integral to the behaviour of every citizen to make it effective and sustainable. Many people pay attention to personal hygiene but remain apathetic to public and community cleanliness. Change in this mentality is important for achieving the goals of Swachh Bharat. He urged educational institutions to include cleanliness in their curriculum and spread awareness about the importance of sanitation.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Entire Essence of Rituparno Ghosh is in movie Jyeshtoputro: Prosenjit Chatterjee
Goa : 27.11.2019
Actor Prosenjit Chatterjee of movie Jyeshthoputro directed by Kaushik Ganguly, said that he is happy that for tenth year in a row director Kaushik Ganguly’s movie is being screened in IFFI. This movie was originally imagined and scripted by late Rituparno Ghosh but suddenly he passed away. “The movie talks about an emotional side of superstar. It tells what happens when a superstar returns to his birthplace after a gap of ten years.” Said Mr Prosenjit while speaking in the Press conference in IFFI 2019 at Panaji Goa.
Movie espouses small town values and has essence of Rituparnoda, Prosenjit added. “Even art films earn a lot of commercial success, differentiating art films from commercial films is not entirely correct and it is just about good film and bad films”, Prosenjit said.
Director of movie Tujhya Aayla, Shri Sujay Dahake said, This film is about personal journey of writer Niyaz Mujawar and me. It is my attempt to explore the not-so-discussed topic of verbal violence.” I believe that we should only think whether the movie resonates with audience or not, and nothing else, he concluded.
Swati Pandey Director of movie, Elephants Do Remember, thanked IFFI and DFF for arranging golden jubilee celebrations in a big way. She further said, “This is my debut film and I have realised that we have to just dream about the idea for film, and that is the most fun part of it. You can start at any age and nothing stops you from living your life. And that is the theme of this movie. Theme should excite you”.
Her movie is a biographical montage presenting the enthralling journey of Rama Khandelwala’s life. Khandewlala is the oldest tourist guide of India and recipient of Presidential award. In movie she reminisces her revolutionary youth in the Indian National Army, her connection with Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, and India’s Freedom Movement and paints an intriguing collage of the present with the past. Films Division has produced this film. Director General of Films Division Mrs Smita Vats Sharma said on this occasion that Films Division since 1948 is supporting documentaries, non-features and short film making and the organisation of IFFI itself shows that there is some space which always requires government support and government is doing that.
Prime Minister's Office
PM shares e-book covering key themes of last month’s Mann Ki Baat episode
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has shared an e-book covering the key themes of last month’s Mann Ki Baat episode and insightful articles written by eminent people from different walks of life.
The Prime Minister tweeted;
"Here’s a interesting e-book covering the key themes covered in last month’s #MannKiBaat episode and insightful articles written by eminent people from different walks of life."
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Priti Lamba for Bronze in Women's 3000m Steeplechase
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi congratulated Priti Lamba for securing the Bronze Medal in the challenging Women's 3000m Steeplechase at the Asian Games.
The Prime Minister posted on X :
"Congratulations to Priti Lamba for securing the Bronze Medal in the challenging Women's 3000m Steeplechase at the Asian Games!
Her unwavering perseverance and sheer determination shine as a beacon of inspiration."
President's Secretariat
No ‘Change of Guard’ Ceremony between Jan 18 and Feb 02, 2020
The Change of Guard Ceremony on the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan will not to be held between January 18 and February 02, 2020  due to the rehearsals of the forthcoming Republic Day Parade/Beating Retreat Ceremony 2020 and the Rashtrapati Bhavan Divas Celebrations.
Ministry of Coal
Coal Ministry Receives 38 Bids for Auction of Coal Mines for Commercial Mining
Online Bids to be Opened on 28 June, 2022
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The Fifth Tranche, Second Attempt of Fourth Tranche and Second Attempt of Third Tranche of commercial coal mine auction were launched by the Nominated Authority, Ministry of Coal on March 30, 2022. The last date for submission of online Technical Bids for all the coal mines was 1200 hours on June 27, 2022 and offline submission was 1600 hours on June 27, 2022.
A total of 38 offline bids were received under three tranches of commercial coal mine auctions. Under Fifth tranche of auctions, a total of 28 offline bids were received against 15 coal mines, where 2 or more bids have been received for 8 coal mines. Under 2nd Attempt of Third tranche, a total of 9 coal mines were put up for auctions and 6 bids have been received against 6 coal mines. Under 2nd Attempt of Fourth Tranche, a total of 4 coal mines were put up for auctions and 4 bids have been received against 3 coal mines.
The online bids received as part of the auction process will be opened from 10 AM onwards on June 28, 2022 at Tagore Chambers, Scope Complex, New Delhi – 110003 in the presence of interested prospective bidders.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim on his election as Prime Minister of Malaysia
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim on his election as the Prime Minister of Malaysia.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Congratulations Dato' Seri @anwaribrahim on your election as the Prime Minister of Malaysia. I look forward to working closely together to further strengthen India-Malaysia Enhanced Strategic Partnership."
Ministry of Culture
In a First, IGNCA introduces Five PG Diploma Courses and 6 new Certificate Courses in Art, Culture and related subjects.
Country’s premier Arts organization- Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts - an autonomous institution under the Union Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has decided to introduce five diploma courses and 6 new Certificate Courses in art and culture and related subjects. Basic aim of these courses is to create arts and culture with all its dimension and information technology to design and develop content exploration system to intensify culture learning and visualisation. It employees modern digital tools, techniques, and methodologies to achieve the intended purposes. This initiative attempts to make our ancient knowledge and achievements accessible on a multimedia platform, thus enabling communication between the ancient and modern knowledge.
The details of 5 one year Post Graduate Diploma evening courses introduced to attract the people towards Indian art and to nurture trained manpower in the related fields, in the academic year 2018-19 are-
- PG Diploma in Cultural Informatics
- PG Diploma in Preventive Conservation
- PG Diploma in Buddhist Studies
- PG Diploma in Digital Library and Data Management
- PG Diploma in Manuscriptology and Palaeography
For these 5 diploma, interested candidates can apply before 10th of July 2018. Course details, fee structure are available on official website http://ignca.gov.in/pg-diploma-course-at-ignca/ .
In addition to the above courses, IGNCA will be introducing 6 new Certificate Courses shortly:
- Academic Integrity and Research Ethics
- Open Access for Library and Information Science Professionals
- Open Access for Researchers
- Digital Library and Information Management
- Research Methodology
- Cinema Studies and Cultural Documentation
The above courses will provide an opportunity to scholars, researchers and the students to have a modern management technique and professional approach, so far lacking in the art management field to put forth rich art and cultural heritage of the country on a global platform.
Prime Minister's Office
PM wishes newly sworn in Ministers in Puducherry
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended his Best wishes to all those who took oath as Ministers in Puducherry today.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Best wishes to all those who took oath as Ministers in Puducherry today. May this team work with determination and fulfil the aspirations of the wonderful people of Puducherry."
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates those who cleared Civil Services Exams today
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today congratulated successful candidates of the Civil Services Examination. The Prime Minister also had a word of advice for those who could not make it this year.
The Prime Minister tweeted :
"Congratulations to those youngsters who have cleared the Civil Services Exams. My best wishes for a fruitful and satisfying career ahead. This is a very exciting time to be serving the nation and bringing a positive difference in the lives of people."
"I understand the disappointment of those who couldn’t clear the Civil Services Exams. Not only will there be more attempts to avail but also India offers several diverse opportunities to showcase your skills and strengths. Wishing you the very best."
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Pankaj Advani on winning IBSF World Snooker Championship
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Shri Pankaj Advani on winning his 18th world title in the recently concluded IBSF World Snooker Championship.
“Congratulations Pankaj Advani for winning your 18th world title in the recently concluded IBSF World Snooker Championship. Your accomplishments make us very proud.”, the Prime Minister said.
Prime Minister's Office
Meeting between Prime Minister and King of Jordan in Riyadh
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan His Majesty Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein today on the sidelines of the Future Investment Initiative  in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The two leaders exchanged views on strengthening bilateral relations, including MoUs and Agreements signed during His Majesty's visit to India from 27 February -01 March 2018. They discussed the Middle East Peace Process and other regional developments. Both leaders also discussed cooperation in counter-terrorism.
Historical links, cultural affinities and people-to-people contacts between India and Jordan have existed since times immemorial. Prime Minister's visit to Jordan and King's visit to India in 2018 have imparted a new momentum in our bilateral relations that are marked by mutual respect and understanding on various bilateral, regional and multilateral issues.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Cabinet condoles death of former Union Cabinet Minister, Smt. Sushma Swaraj
The Cabinet expresses profound sorrow at the sad demise of Smt. Sushma Swaraj, former Union Cabinet Minister in the night of 06th August, 2019 at AIIMS. New Delhi. In her passing away, the country has lost a distinguished leader and an outstanding parliamentarian.
The following is the text of the Resolution:-
“Born on February 14, 1952 at Ambala in Haryana, Smt. Sushma Swaraj graduated from Sanatan Dharma College, Ambala Cantt. and obtained Bachelor of Law degree from Punjab University, Chandigarh. She was also conferred Honorary Doctorate by the Agriculture University, Kanpur. In 1973, she started practice as an advocate in the Supreme Court of India.
Smt. Sushma Swaraj entered public life at a young age and won election to the Haryana Legislative Assembly at the age of 25 years in 1977 and became Cabinet Minister for Labour and Employment in the State Government of Haryana. She was again elected as a member of Haryana Legislative Assembly and became the Cabinet Minister for Education, Food and Civil Supplies during the period 1987 to 1990.
In 1990, she was elected to the Rajya Sabha and in 1996, as a member of the 11th Lok Sabha when she became the Union Cabinet Minister for Information and Broadcasting. In 1998, she was again elected to the 12th Lok Sabha and held the portfolio of Union Cabinet Minister for Information and Broadcasting and also for Telecommunications as an additional charge. In October, 1998, she became the first woman Chief Minister of Delhi. Thereafter, in April, 2000, she was again elected to the Rajya Sabha and became the Minister for Information and Broadcasting from September, 2000 to January 2003 and then the Minister for Health and Family Welfare and Parliamentary Affairs from January 2003 to May 2004. In April, 2006, she was re-elected to Rajya Sabha. In 2009, she was elected as a member of the 15th Lok Sabha and became Leader of Opposition from December, 2009 to May, 2014. In 2014, she was elected to the 16th Lok Sabha. She served as Union Cabinet Minister for External Affairs from May, 2014 till May, 2019.
Smt. Sushma Swaraj will always be remembered for her exceptional oratorial skills and a compassionate approach. She was an able administrator and an affable person with humane touch who won the hearts of all by helping Indians in distress abroad. For these qualities, she was declared as "India's best loved politician" by the US daily 'Wall Street Journal' in 2017.
The Cabinet places on record its appreciation of Smt. Sushma Swaraj's services to the Nation in different capacities. The Cabinet also extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family on behalf of the Government and the entire nation.”
Ministry of Railways
Fog Pass Devices in Indian Railways
A GPS based portable hand-held Fog PASS device is being provided to loco pilots in fog affected areas which raises audio visual signals whenever landmarks like signals, level crossing gates etc. are approaching within the Geo-fence range.
As on 01-03-2021, 12,742 Fog PASS Devices have been provided on Indian Railways.
This information was given by the Minister of Railways, Commerce & Industry and Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Shri Piyush Goyal in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Home Affairs
MoS for Home Affairs, Shri Nityanand Rai presides over a webinar on “Thunderstorms and Lightning”, organised by NIDM in collaboration with India Meteorological Department;
emphasised on collaborative short and long term mitigation and reduction measures to diminish the adverse impact of this natural disaster
Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Nityanand Rai presided over the inaugural session of the webinar “Thunderstorms and Lightning”, organised by the National Institute of Disaster Management  in collaboration with India Meteorological Department here today. The one-day webinar focussed on enhancing human capacity in terms of better understanding about thunderstorms and lightning risks and effective collaborative actions, by implementing Prime Minister’s 10-point agenda and Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, for reducing the risk and enhancing the resilience amongst the affected stakeholders.
The aim of the webinar was to sensitize the participants about Hazard Vulnerability Risk Capacity Assessment , forecast, preparedness and mitigation of thunderstorms and lightning beside technical knowledge and available resources for timely response and recovery.
While addressing the webinar, Shri Nityanand Rai highlighted the major interventions carried out by the Government of India’s departments/agencies for reducing the adverse risks of thunderstorms and lightning on the communities. Highlighting the importance of disaster mitigation and reduction measures in the growth and development of the nation, he emphasised focusing on the collaborative short and long term mitigation and reduction measures to diminish the adverse impact of this natural disaster. The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs highlighted the continuous support, guidance and keen interest of the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah on the subject of disaster risk reduction. Further, he exhorted implementing 10 Point Agenda given by the Prime Minister on Disaster Risk Reduction besides adopting research based disaster risk reduction strategies, participatory approach and proactive preventive and mitigative strategies.
Dr. Rajeevan, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Science provided insights on the interventions taken by his ministry for thunderstorms and lightning, including mobile app Damini, weather modelling, doppler weather radar and lightning detector system. Further, he emphasised to shift approach from forecast to nowcast and prepare appropriate strategies to disseminate the early warning of thunderstorms and lightning to the concerned stakeholders. Other dignitaries of the inaugural session of the webinar included Major General Manoj Kumar Bindal, Executive Director, NIDM and Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General, IMD. The session was followed by lectures from distinguished speakers namely, Dr. V. Thiruppugazh, Additional Secretary, NDMA; Prof. Surya Parkash, Head GMRD, NIDM and Dr. Soma Sen Roy, Scientist-F, IMD.
Ministry of Railways
BICHHUPALI-JHARTARBHA RAIL LINE OF KHURDA ROAD-BALANGIR RAIL LINE PROJECT COMPLETED.
The newly-laid Broad Gauge Rail Line of 10.65kms between Bichhupali and Jhartarbha of Khurda Road-Balangir Rail Line project has been completed and commissioned.
Commissioner Railway Safety  has inspected this newly laid Rail Line on 10th November 2022 and given his consent for commissioning.
CRS has inspected the Safety aspects of the newly laid rail line like Railway Track, Signalling System, Bridge Works etc., thoroughly and declared fit for the purpose for 10.65 km line of the on-going 289 km Khurda Road-Balangir Rail line project.
A team of senior Railway officials of ECoR assisted CRS during the inspection. They have inspected different railway components along with the gauge measurement.
CRS thoroughly inspected safety aspects of railway tracks and other safety-related equipments.
Altogether, 115.65 kms rail line work has been commissioned out of 289kms. The Railways has been constructing the line from both the sides, i.e, from Khurda Road and Balangir for early completion of the project.
East Coast Railway is committed for development of Railway infrastructure in the region and working dedicatedly to complete the project before the target.
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Ministry of Defence
INS CHENNAI AND INS TEG VISIT COLOMBO
Ships of the Indian Navy's Western Fleet, INS Chennai and INS Teg, made a port call at Colombo, Sri Lanka, on 10 March 22 for a two day visit. They were received by the Officer of the Guard  and Sri Lanka Navy band. Upon arrival, Rear Admiral Sameer Saxena, NM, Flag Officer Commanding Western Fleet  visited the IPKF memorial to pay homage to the soldiers that sacrificed their lives for peace in the region. The memorial is also testimony to the inextricable ties between the people of India and Sri Lanka.
The Fleet Commander called on Lt Gen Shavendra Silva, WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, CDS and Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, at the Army Headquarters, Battarmula, and Vice Admiral DNS Ulugetenne RSP & Bar VSV USP ndc psc, Commander of the Navy, Sri Lanka Navy, at the Naval Headquarters, Colombo and discussed matters of mutual concern with them.
FOCWF also hosted Shri Gopal Baglay, High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, for a visit onboard.
Many working level interactions are scheduled between naval personnel of the two countries, followed by familiarisation tour of Galle and Kandy for IN personnel, visits of Sri Lanka Navy personnel, school children and local visitors onboard Indian warships. In addition, an interaction between operational teams of the two navies is also scheduled to finalise the schedule of Maritime Partnership Exercise on 12 Mar 22.
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